Posts Tagged ‘Neurological Disorder’
Autism
Wednesday, July 29th, 2009
DESCRIPTION
A biochemical and/or genetic disorder that causes an organic defect in brain development, autism occurs in early childhood (first diagnosis is typically no later than 30 months), and results in a neurological disorder that disrupts normal brain function, manifesting in the areas of social interaction and communication skills. Autistic children are usually retarded in their intellectual development, have significant difficulty with both verbal and non-verbal communication, and do not develop social relationships. Compulsive, and in some cases, aggressive and/or self-injurious behaviour may be present. (more…)